Car has a gas leak and a recall is in place in certain states for 2006 and 2007 but not 2005 and not in all states. My 2005 has a gas leak and uses the same parts as the 2006 so the 2005 needs recalled too in all states.
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt fuel system complaints
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The fuel line rust out and leaks gas. This is a very dangerous situation but apparently not covered by recall 12v459000. This gas leak should defiantly included in that recall. My car is driven by a teenager and he did not notice the leak until I saw it. The repairs were over $800.00. This happened to both of our chevy cobalts in the same week.
While driving the car began to smell like gas. I got our and looked and the car was leaking gas profusely. Come to find out the gas line had rusted completely out.
Fuel odor and spotting of fuel when the vehicle is parked
Our vehicle is leaking gasoline and is exhibiting the same symptoms as those addressed in this recall the federal safety agency campaign #09v419000 but chevrolet says that it doesn't cover the 2005 model and we believe it should since it is the same problem.
The check engine light come on showing the gas tank has leak in the line when checked by shop they replaced lines but check engine light still comes on
Lines leaking rusted with holes....should have been coated and not exposed to weather
I have notice a fuel leakage from the drivers side of my car by the exhaust between the claps its leaking fuel I took it to my mechanic he said it will cost $450 dollars to fix I don't have that type of money I looked on line and found out that these cobalt has a recall on the fuel tanks and lines I need you to its not the its the dangerous to drive it I wouldn't drive its on the street and it drips quarter of fuel on the ground
Vehicle leaking fuel from fuel line at clamp, underneath driver side in front of back tire. Worse upon start and stopping.
Leaking fuel on driver side under back seat. This is happening while driving and when the car is in park.
Fuel leaking from fuel lines leaving fuel pump at gas tank. Strong odor of fuel inside and outside of car. Leaves wet spot on ground under car near passenger side rear wheel about 18 inches in diameter while parked. Hard starting. Contacted chevrolet and a dealer and they said it was not covered on a recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the contact noticed fuel fumes emitting from the inner part of the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after some time. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to start intermittently. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the exhaust, oxygen sensor, thermostat and other unknown parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure persisted as the contact noticed fuel leaking from underneath the rear of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. When the ignition was turned to the on position and moved 10 feet, the contact observed fuel pouring from the rear driver side of the vehicle. The contact parked the vehicle, placed her hand under the vehicle, and felt fuel pouring out. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,220.
My car is leaking fuel at the gas tank. Gm recalled the 2006 cobalts but mine is a 2005. My car could explode and gas in our public water system is a huge concern. This car is a lemon!! I have extreme anxiety of dying in this car. I need someone to get gm to recall my car asap before I die!! I cant afford to fix it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle had a fuel odor and the contact noticed fuel leaking under the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 02/10/16*lj updated 04/30/18
Cobalt is leaking fuel behind the rear driver side wheel. Leak was noticed when vehicle was parked fuel is visibly dripping and the smell of fuel outside of vehicle is strong. Fuel can also be smelled in the vehicle as well.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor and a leak coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 125,589.
My car turns off in the middle of driving. Three times I have been on 45 MPH roads, and have 2 small kids. This isn't the only major issue my car. But first the digital display reads engine disabled or engine losing power then engine disabled and loses all function. There was a recall over a year ago for this model shutting off while driving supposedly due to weight on the key ring. After the dealer fixed it the issue stopped until 3 mnths ago. I can only go a block before the engine disables now, it progressively happened sooner and sooner. A friend who is old buddies with a diagnostics specialist introduced me and he was able to tell me exactly what was going on to fine details. I called the dealership to see about any recalls and relayed the info he'd given me and they down played it like they guy didn't know what he was talking about. The dealer thinks its a throttle or engine problem. The guy I know said the computer chip in the key likely got messed up possibly from having my cell phone next to it a lot, that the part in the ignition that reads the signal from the key is getting mixed info and signals the engine to shut down . He also said that once it happens, a loop is created to where every time I turn they key it starts the cycle over where everything is okay in the beginning but the info gets misread over n over which is why he said I should get a new key- and (I think this is what he said) to replace to whole ignition column so all parts involved would be new. He also gets his parts wholesale and is not trying to rip me off. Next problem car burns oil! The last two times I had oil checked, nothing on the dipstick, I get it done every 3000miles. Walmart made me sign a paper stating there was no oil on dipstick. Gas line corroded, smell of gas throughout car, has whole piece replaced. These are serious why is chevrolet doing nothing bad business
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted into the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the vehicle stalled without warning, but was able to restart after a few minutes. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician diagnosed that there was a leak in the fuel line. The vehicle was patched but not fully repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 15,250.
The vehicle will periodically jerk/hiccup at random while driving. On january 8, 2015 while traveling on the expressway, the vehicle began to randomly sputter/jerk/hiccup. The vehicle did not loose power, or was there any indication from dash board icons of any malfunction. There was not any visible warnings signs to alert a faulty system. This has occurred previously, while traveling throughout the city at speeds of 25-45 MPH. During the most recent incident, traveling speeds varied from 50-70 MPH on the expressway. This particular instance I was driving a 60 mile trip and this jerking occurred 7-10 times. The first time this occurred was probably 1.5 years ago. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic after the first instance, without anything being detected or a diagnosis. The issue is progressively worsening. It is beginning to happen more frequently. Last week, of the 4 days of travel on the expressway, the jerking occurred 3 of those days. Initially, I felt, this was associated to the cold and weather/temperature, but this has also occurred in warmer months. This is a definite safety issue, as it relates to myself, and others traveling in my vicinity.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that fuel was leaking onto the ground and there was a fuel odor present in the vehicle. The contact also mentioned that the fuel gauge reading level quickly displayed low fuel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that after fuel was placed in the vehicle and it was parked in the garage, the contact smelled fuel outside of the vehicle. An independent mechanic stated that a crack was present in the fuel tank. The fuel tank was replaced and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 65,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that the fuel line was leaking and fuel fumes were emitted in the vehicle. The contact was made aware of the leak during inspection. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.
I purchase my vehicle brand new in 2005 and had continual problems with the car shutting off while driving ever since. I had this car at the dealer for annual maintenance as well as for the car shutting off while driving. I had the cart in the shop monthly for them to evaluate until they said there was absolutely nothing they could do they cant find anything wrong. Went to another dealership and still no satisfaction I even called gm to complain several times and I cried that I was going to get killed and they said there was nothing they could do. Now 13 + people are dead. I have my car at the dealer and it was a fiasco. They gave me back my car with a check engine light on and said I should pay for diagnostics. Really?? They had my car I did not give it to them that way. I called gm and they told me to pay for diagnostic my car is to old so they wont make them do anything. Nice real nice - I guess I am lucky to still be alive today - I wish I could sue them but I work hard and don't have that kind of money to spend. Again they are lucky they have no penalty. They don't care and they will only do what they are forced to do not what is the right thing to do. They should not have been bailed out they should never have that privilege again. In this world only the strong survive and the weak fail. Let them fail.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that there was a visible fuel leak on the rear driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The current and failure mileage was 119,000. Updated 8/21/15*cn the consumer stated fuel was leaking from the fuel line. Updated 09/01/15
Fuel system does not keep reliable fuel readings, particularly within the last 1/8 of the tank. It will often register as empty after having shut off the car with 1/8 of a tank only moments before.
I bought this vehicle new in february 2005. I've always been very diligent in maintaining and caring for my car. This summer I had noticed a gasoline odor several times when I got into my car. I always looked under the vehicle for wet spots or dripping but never found anything. In january 2014 I took my car in to have the annual safety inspection done. The inspector told me my car needed brakes on both axles and front rotors. He also told me he smelled a gasoline odor but could not find an active leak even though he turned the key on and primed the fuel system several times. Because it was raining that day he told me the underside of the vehicle was wet which prevented him from finding any wet areas due to a fuel leak. He told me he would check again when I brought it back for the re-inspection. A few days later, after the brake repairs, the inspector put my car on the lift and found the fabric heat shield/sleeve was damp with gasoline. He removed the heat shield/sleeve and found that the supply fuel line had rusted through. I did some research online and have found this is a very common problem with the cobalt model. I took my car to the local chevrolet dealership and they gave me an estimate of $647 to replace the one bad fuel line! A fuel line rusting through in less than 9 years? Terrible design having fuel lines run a few inches from the exhaust pipes. Terrible quality parts that fail prematurely and cause a fire hazard making the vehicle unsafe to drive. Terrible customer service at the dealership with an uncaring attitude and statements of "it's a car, they don't last forever" and "it's only $647, it's not the end of the world". I guess someone's car has to catch on fire, someone get killed, and gm get sued before they'll do something about this known and common problem. Now I know why the us government had to bail out gm. Smh!
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that there was a gasoline odor being emitted from the vehicle. He later discovered that there was a gasoline leak. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection, who stated that the fuel line was rusted and would need a total replacement. The mechanic also advised that the line could be mended as a temporary repair. The fuel line was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000. Updated 03/21/14*lj updated 03/28/2014
The fuel pump is defective and leaking gas this is a recall on the 2006 models and up but not on a 2005 model. There are endless complaints online about the 2005 models leaking gas but there are no recalls on it yet.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted strong fuel odor. The vehicle was not inspected; however the dealer advised that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 103,000.
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